COVID-19 Government Programs

The Manitoba Economic Support Centre has been set up by the province to help businesses navigate provincial and federal support programs at 1-888-805-7554. Our EDW teams are also here to help. We have provided some background for each program. If you have other questions, you can reach out to us on the webform at the bottom of the page.

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Loan Payment Deferral

Deferral of principal and interest payments up to six months for existing loans; or a deferral of principal payments up to 12 months

Manitoba Gap Protection Program (MGPP)

The province will advance each eligible small or medium-sized business a non-interest bearing forgivable MGPP loan of $6,000, for a total of up to $120 million. The application deadline is July 31, 2020

Manitoba Protection Plan

A 6-month (to October 1) support program that includes no interest and/or penalties, collections or service disconnections from Manitoba Hydro, Centra Gas, Manitoba Public Insurance, Workers Compensation Board, Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries, and on provincial education taxes and school division fees.